Skai Jackson is a talented American actress born on April 8, 2002, who has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry, particularly with her iconic portrayal of Zuri Ross in the Disney Channel sitcom Jessie, which she played from 2011 to 2015, and later reprised her role in its sequel, Bunk'd, from 2015 to 2018.
Jackson's acting journey began at the tender age of five, when she made her debut in the film Liberty Kid in 2007. Since then, she has continued to hone her craft, providing the voice of Glory Grant across the Marvel Rising series from 2018 to 2019, and lending her voice to the character of Summer in the animated series DreamWorks Dragons: Rescue Riders from 2019 to 2022.
In addition to her impressive acting credits, Jackson has also ventured into the world of literature, releasing her debut book, Reach for the Skai: How to Inspire, Empower, and Clapback, in 2019. The following year, she made headlines as a semi-finalist on the 29th season of the popular reality TV show, Dancing with the Stars.
